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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Gavin Junior School is a reputable educational institution dedicated to providing quality primary education that nurtures the academic, social, and emotional development of young learners, with a mission to equip children with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to succeed in life. Recognized for its commitment to excellence, the school has earned a strong reputation for fostering a nurturing environment that encourages creativity, discipline, and critical thinking among students.
Gavin Junior School promotes a positive and supportive work culture, where staff are valued and empowered to grow professionally, offering opportunities for career advancement and a collaborative work environment. Established in 2002, the school has evolved into one of Uganda's leading primary schools, providing a well-rounded curriculum that balances academic rigor with extracurricular activities to develop well-rounded individuals.
The school’s business model focuses on delivering high-quality education that is accessible to a broad range of families while incorporating innovative teaching methods and technology to enhance the learning experience. With a growing student population, Gavin Junior School serves families in Kampala and surrounding areas, offering an inclusive and diverse learning environment. Guided by core values of integrity, respect, excellence, and community, the school also demonstrates a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility by engaging in community outreach programs, supporting local initiatives, and promoting environmental sustainability. For more information, visit www.gavinjunior.ac.ug.
School Secretary job at Gavin Junior School
Gavin Junior School
Organize and maintain an efficient and effective office that handles a variety of tasks for the administration, staff, pupils, visitors and parents of the school.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Organize and maintain an efficient and effective office that handles a variety of tasks for the administration, staff, pupils, visitors and parents of the school.
Conduct secretarial and clerical tasks of a varied nature.
Collect and distribute mail and handle correspondence of the office, responding to routine requests for information, and transcribing, word processing, and proofing letters and responses.
Type, reproduce and distribute notices to staff, pupils and parents.
Type homework, tests and examinations and other evaluation exercises as directed by the Head teacher.
Ensure that all communications from the office meet proper written and oral English standards.
Serve as a receptionist, greeting visitors, answering telephone calls in a pleasant and efficient manner and communicating effectively in routine, sensitive, and confidential matters.
Register new pupils, secure appropriate pupils records, maintain confidential pupil records, and transfer records for pupils moving to other schools.
Maintain attendance data for each staff member, recording attendance, absences, substitutes, and other required information.
Maintain a current school calendar of events and use of facilities.
Arrange appointments and maintain a schedule for the Headteacher or designee and assigned staff.
Order and maintain office supplies.
Maintain inventories of books, materials, and equipment of the school.
Create and maintain a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, and efficient office environment.
Quickly recommend to the Headteacher improvements needed in office procedures or operations.
Protect confidentiality of records and information about students and staff and use discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines.
Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by the Headteacher and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicants should a minimum of certificate in secretarial studies, business studies, business computing, business administration from a recognized institute.
A diploma in secretarial studies, business studies, business computing, business administration from a recognized institute will be an added advantage.
At least three years of progressive experience in a related secretarial or office position.
Past exposure and experience in working with a school environment is an added advantage.
Excellent secretarial skills, including speed on keyboard with a minimum of errors, general bookkeeping skills, organizational and filing skills, and the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications.
Computer Literacy skills i.e. proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
Proven ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Good command of English language is desirable.
Demonstrate appropriate telephone etiquette, with proper voice inflection.
Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with pupils, staff, administration, parents and the community, including difficult and emotional situations.
Interested applicants should send their electronically prepared applications and CVs (pdf) with a recent passport size photograph to stephenpreacher@gmail.com indicating the subjects / areas of interest not later than Saturday 20th January, 2024.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on Monday 22nd January, 2024